Making Sustainable Choices – It’s Easier Than You Think By Marty Nothstein

Introduction
The good news is that sustainable living doesn’t mean giving up all the things we love and it’s not about being perfect or being a hippie, it’s just about making small changes to our daily routines and thinking before we act.
Buy Less, Choose Quality Over Quantity
● Buy things that are made to last
● Buy things that you need, not want
● Buy things that are made locally and by people who are paid fair wages or better
Avoid Single Use Plastics
Single use plastics are one of the biggest contributors to ocean pollution according to Marty Nothstein and when you’re shopping, avoid buying plastic bags and bottles. Instead, bring along your own reusable shopping bag and refillable water bottle so you can be part of the solution.
You can also make a difference by refusing any single-use plastics that come your way at restaurants or other businesses–especially straws and if you need a straw because of an allergy or disability, ask for one made out of paper instead.
And if Marty Nothstein someone offers you plastic utensils with takeout food? Say no thanks and if all these changes seem like too much work, remember: It’s easier than ever before now that many companies are making sustainable choices themselves; just look for labels like BPA free or recyclable.
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
Reduce
● Reduce the amount of energy you use by turning off lights and electronics when you’re not using them.
● Use less water by taking shorter showers, turning off the tap while brushing your teeth and washing dishes by hand instead of running the dishwasher.
Reuse
● Buy products made from recycled materials whenever possible like toilet paper made from recycled paper or carpeting made from recycled plastic bottles!).
Recycle
Recycle items that can’t be reused in their original form; for example: cardboard boxes can be used as packing material or even built into furniture and recycling centers are located throughout most cities, so look for one near you.